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Two Turkish women - modern style
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Two Turkish women - modern style
Picture from a set of cards issued to reflect the fact that soon after Ataturk took over in Turkey in the 1920s, there was liberation by women from the old modes of dress. Instead of impenetrable veils, they wore lighter, thinner veils. It was a move to modernisation and more Western thought away from heavy Orientalism
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Friends Handbags Liberation Lighter Meeting Modernisation Reflect Shaking Shift Thinner Veiled Veils Westernisation Wore
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This photograph captures the essence of two Turkish women in the 1920s, embodying the spirit of liberation and modernization that swept through Turkey following the rule of Ataturk. Dressed in contemporary Western-inspired attire, they proudly don lighter, thinner veils that represent a departure from the heavy, impenetrable veils of the past. The women's outfits are a vibrant blend of color and style, with one wearing a chic shift dress and the other carrying a fashionable handbag. Their confident and friendly demeanor as they meet in this sunlit setting reflects the social progress that was taking place during this transformative era in Turkish history. This image serves as a powerful reminder of the significant strides made towards Westernization and modernization in Turkey during the 1920s, as the country moved away from the heavy Orientalism that had previously defined it. The women's clothing, with its modern lines and Western influences, is a testament to the bold and courageous steps taken towards a more progressive and enlightened future.
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